by Hal Erickson
synopsis
The first episode of Bewitched's sixth season, "Sam and the Beanstalk" also marked the series debut of Dick Sargent as the "new" Darrin Stephens. Written by Michael Morris, the story hinges on the jealousy of Samantha and Darrin's daughter, Tabitha, who is none too happy that Sam is about to have a second child. Retreating into her own fantasies, Tabitha takes the place of Jack in her Jack and the Beanstalk storybook, while Jack (played by Family Affair's Johnnie Whitaker) takes Tabitha's place in the "real" world. Frequent Bewitched supporting player Ronald Long is seen as the Giant, with Bobo Lewis as the long-suffering Mrs. Giant. "Sam and the Beanstalk" originally aired on September 18, 1969.
